Business Development Manager - Vans

LSH Auto; Stockport; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral scheme

Mercedes Benz training

Rewards scheme

Car purchase scheme

Eye care vouchers

Life assurance

Holidays 31 days

Wellbeing support

Company pension

Uniform provided

On-site gym

Job summary

LSH Auto is seeking a Business Development Manager - Vans to grow the van sales business by creating new commercial opportunities and strengthening relationships with fleet customers. You will help shape sales direction and support sustainable growth through understanding customer needs and market dynamics. Hours are 40 per week.

Salary is £34,591 plus OTE and a company car. The role requires 3+ years in automotive or fleet sales, strong negotiation and market insights, a valid UK driving

Qualifications

• 3+ years of business development experience in automotive or commercial vehicle sales.
• Strong knowledge of van market and fleet customer needs.
• Proven ability to negotiate with commercial clients.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the van sales market.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with fleet and commercial vehicle clients.
• Develop sales strategies to achieve revenue growth and market share targets.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform commercial decisions.
• Prepare forecasts and performance reports to support business planning.

Skills

Business development

Automotive sales

Fleet sales

Negotiation

Market analysis

Driving licence

Job description

LSH Auto is a UK premium automotive retailer and one of the leading Mercedes-Benz dealership groups, offering new and used cars and vans alongside servicing, repairs, MOTs, parts, and a broad range of aftersales support. With a strong presence in the automotive sector, the business is focused on delivering high-quality customer experiences and building long-term value across both retail and commercial markets.

This role offers the opportunity to help grow the van sales side of the business by developing new commercial opportunities and strengthening relationships with fleet customers. As Business Development Manager - Vans, you will play a key part in expanding market presence, shaping sales direction, and supporting sustainable growth through a strong understanding of customer needs and market dynamics.

Hours - 40

Salary - £34,591 plus OTE plus company car

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the van sales market.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with fleet and commercial vehicle clients.
• Develop sales strategies to achieve revenue growth and market share targets.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform commercial decisions.
• Prepare forecasts and performance reports to support business planning.

• 3+ years of business development experience in automotive or commercial vehicle sales.
• Strong knowledge of the van market and fleet customer needs, with hands-on experience in fleet prospecting.
• Proven ability to negotiate effectively and build lasting relationships with commercial clients.
• Ability to analyse market trends and turn insights into effective sales strategy.
• Holds a valid UK driving licence and is confident managing field-based client meetings.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Colleague Referral Scheme (£500 - £1000)

• A range of Mercedes Benz training and leadership programmes
• Platinum Plus Rewards Scheme
• Colleague Car Purchase Scheme
• Eye care Vouchers
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary)
• 31 days holiday (including bank holidays), rising to 38 days with length of service
• Wellbeing Support
• Company Pension
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